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Razer Synapse
What it is
Razer Synapse is software for controlling and customizing Razer devices, including button remapping, macro creation, performance settings, and lighting. Users can configure compatible gear with Hypershift for a second set of button functions, Rapid Trigger, and advanced macros. Browser-based quick customization includes onboard profiles and Chroma RGB effects for compatible devices. Synapse 4 works with Synapse 3 devices, subject to Razer’s compatibility list, and a migration tool can transfer selected profiles, macros, and Chroma effects. Razer describes Chroma RGB integration with PC games and lighting effects on devices. The software is available for Windows 11 x86-64 and Windows 10. A Mac preview is available for macOS 15 Sequoia and later on Apple silicon Macs. Razer provides Windows and Mac downloads and browser customization. The page does not state a price, despite listing a free plan elsewhere; device support depends on Razer’s compatibility list.
For and against
For
- Remaps buttons and creates macros.
- Includes browser-based quick customization.
- Works with Synapse 3 devices, subject to compatibility.
- Migration tool transfers selected profiles and effects.
- Available for Windows and as a Mac preview.
Against
- Mac availability is a preview.
- Mac preview requires Apple silicon and macOS 15 or later.
- Device support depends on Razer’s compatibility list.
The verdict
Synapse provides device controls, macro tools, and lighting customization, with browser-based options for compatible devices. Check the compatibility list and the Mac preview requirements before choosing it.
Who it suits
It suits Razer device owners who want to adjust controls, macros, performance settings, or lighting. Mac users need an Apple silicon Mac running macOS 15 Sequoia or later to use the preview.
On the record
- Age policy
- Razer says its services are intended for general audiences and not children under 13.razer.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Architecture
- Razer says its multi-threaded architecture isolates device processes so installing or upgrading one device does not interrupt other devices in use.razer.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Browser controls
- Synapse Web offers browser-based device settings, onboard profile switching, and Chroma RGB quick effects for compatible devices.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Button remapping
- Supports remapping buttons.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Chroma integrations
- Razer says Chroma supports enabled accessories from more than 50 third-party hardware partners, including Govee, Yeelight, Philips Hue, Nanoleaf, and Twinkly.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Company
- Razer says it was founded in 2005 and is dual headquartered in Irvine, California, and Singapore.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Company name
- The software is presented by Razer.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Device compatibility
- The page provides a full list of compatible devices.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Controls
- Listed features include Hypershift for a secondary set of button functions, Rapid Trigger, and advanced macros.razer.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Customization features
- The page lists Hypershift, Rapid Trigger, and advanced macros among Synapse 4’s features.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Customization scope
- The page describes quick customization anywhere.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Device control
- Controls and customizes Razer devices from one platform.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Download availability
- The page provides downloads for Windows and Mac.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Ecosystem
- The Synapse page describes integration with Razer Chroma RGB quick effects.razer.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Game lighting
- Razer says Chroma RGB integrates with PC games and can control RGB lighting effects on devices.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Legacy compatibility
- Synapse 4 is backwards compatible with Synapse 3 devices.razer.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Legacy device support
- Synapse 4 is backward compatible with Synapse 3 devices, subject to Razer's compatibility list.razer.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Lighting software
- Synapse is described as advanced device control and lighting software.razer.com · read 27 Sep 2026
